Toronto is absolutely STACKT this weekend (and yes, that pun was super-intended 😝)
Ok but seriously..
Between ComicCon taking over the city, the Toronto Short Film Festival rolling through, Leafs Fan Day, Art Hunt 2026, and a ton of other pop-ups and events happening across neighbourhoods - it feels like everywhere you look, something’s going on.
This is one of those weekends where plans kind of make themselves… you just have to say yes to something.
So with that said - here’s the scoop on Toronto this weekend 👇
Toronto at a Glance
Mar 20 - 22
🚦 Downtown traffic:
Expect heavier congestion around Scotiabank Arena Friday night (Raptors game) and Saturday evening (Leafs game). Pre- and post-game windows (roughly 5-10 PM) will be the busiest in the core.
⚽ Toronto FC at home:
Toronto FC vs Chicago Fire - Saturday at 2:30 PM at BMO Field.
Expect increased traffic around Exhibition Place, Liberty Village, and Lakeshore West GO before and after the match.
🎬 City-wide activity spike:
Between ComicCon, Toronto Short Film Festival, and Art Hunt 2026, the downtown core will feel busier than usual - especially around the Convention Centre and west end.
🚧 Major road closure:
The stretch where College St becomes Carlton St (Bay → Yonge → Church) remains closed to vehicle and cyclist traffic. Plan alternate east–west routes.
🌦️ Friday: Mixed bag - light snow/rain early, clearing later
🌤️ Saturday: Mild, cloudy → some sun breaks (good roaming weather)
☀️ Sunday: Bright, sunny, and crisp - best day to be outside
On Our Radar
Friday, March 20
A spring-inspired pop-up featuring curated fashion from Poshmark sellers, with floral displays and complimentary perks like bouquets and matcha for guests (while supplies last, event is running all weekend)
Canada’s first student fight night lands in Toronto. Sanctioned by Boxing Ontario, this event features 15 amateur bouts where students step into the ring after just three months of training - a raw, high-energy night of boxing.
Toronto Comicon returns with a full weekend of pop culture - from celebrity guests and panels to cosplay, artist battles, and a massive show floor at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
Saturday, March 21
A themed afternoon tea at the AGO inspired by Paul McCartney’s photography exhibition, featuring a plant-based take on British and American classics.
Celebrate the arrival of spring at Light It Up, a free community lantern parade at Riverdale Park East. Expect live music, hot chocolate, and a glowing evening walk through the park as the city marks the Spring Equinox.
A mobile vertical farm is rolling into Toronto. The Good For Life Tour brings a 53-foot indoor farm to Evergreen Brick Works, where you can walk through the space, learn how pesticide-free greens are grown year-round, and sample fresh bites and smoothies.
Sunday, March 22
Dig through crates and vintage finds at the BSMT 254 Spring Market, featuring vinyl, clothing, jewelry, and collectibles - with DJs spinning disco, afrobeat, jazz, and funk all day.
A cozy, feel-good pop-up celebrating connection - the Museum of Friendship features portrait sketching, bracelet making, and a collaborative exhibit about the people who matter most.
The Toronto Short Film Festival returns for its 12th year, showcasing 100+ short films from local and international filmmakers at Paradise on Bloor. Expect a mix of bold storytelling, fresh talent, and filmmakers in attendance.
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